Risk factors associated with Occupational Medical sharp injuries among Health workers in Kismayo Private Hospitals.

Abstract THE BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY The study's historical context was Anytime a worker comes into touch with a sharp object, they run the risk of suffering a sharp injury. Needles and other sharp medical devices (such as scalpels, blades, and scissors) that inadvertently pierce or cut the skin can result in sharps and needle stick injuries. Although little skin cuts from sharps and needles may not seem serious, the consequences can be more severe. These instruments have the potential to become infected since they come into contact with bodily fluids like blood. METHODS The study was a Descriptive and cross-sectional by design. It was Descriptive in design because it intends to descriptive identify risk factors associated with medical sharps injury among health workers at Kismayo Private Hospitals, Kismayo, Somalia. It will also adopt a cross-sectional research design because it intends to collect in a specific point time. Results The majority of respondents (72%) identify as male, followed by 26% who identify as female. A small percentage of respondents (2%) prefer not to disclose their gender. The table presents the age distribution of a sample of 50 respondents. The vast majority of respondents (92%) fall within the 25-30 age group, followed by 6% in the 35-40 age group and 2% in the 30-35 age group. The table represents the distribution of respondents by occupational level. The recommendations and conclusion are This study looked into the risk variables for medical sharps injuries among healthcare professionals working at Somalia's Kismayo Private Hospitals. Medical sharps injuries pose a significant risk to healthcare professionals working at Somalia's Kismayo Private Hospitals. These injuries can lead to various health complications and transmit infectious diseases. Several risk variables contribute to the occurrence of such incidents, and understanding these factors is crucial for implementing effective preventive measures. Addressing these risk variables requires a comprehensive approach that includes training programs, provision of safety equipment, improved infrastructure, strict adherence to safety protocols, robust reporting systems, vaccination campaigns, and effective sharps waste management. By addressing these factors, healthcare professionals can work in a safer environment and reduce the incidence of sharps injuries at Kismayo Private Hospitals in Somalia.